I have been so lucky! But that’s not always been true. First my owner got sick and couldn’t look after me any more. Then I found out I have something going on with my hips called “dysplasia”. Then I found out I was too heavy which made my hips worse. Who would take a chance on me? I was really worried but my new mom and dad weren’t. They are the kind of people who want to help a dog like me so they adopted me and I became their new kid- er dog that is! I have a big sister and a big brother too and there are a some neighbor dogs near where I live so I’ve got plenty of company– especially this Summer when mom is home from her teaching job. Now I can stop worrying- life is good! My new family is helping me and I’m going to help then by loving them a whole lot! Thank you everyone- Sammy